There are many factors that go into determining security clearance for military jobs. The Department of Defense (DID) Consolidated Adjudications Facility (CAF), the entity that makes security clearance determinations, looks at several factors to determine who will...
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The military is likely to be prosecuting sex crimes more aggressively
Sex crimes are always serious. Whether you have been victimized or you are facing a court martial for a sex crime allegation, these are always serious crimes with serious consequences. Even with the obvious seriousness of charges of this kind, all branches of the...
Could your late-night party lead to a court martial?
Anyone in the military knows that alcohol use is common. Unfortunately, so is the use of other intoxicants. Having a few drinks and letting off some steam is not uncommon in military life, but when can this behavior get you into trouble? UCMJ on drunkenness while on...
Protect yourself against military drug charges
Although the general culture of illicit drug use in the military has decreased in recent years, there is still a significant problem with drug use and military criminal charges for drug crimes. While these instances may be common, the penalties are no less severe. It...
4 possible paths to correct your military records
Your military record is important. A bad service record could separate you from your needed veteran’s benefits and impede your career. The good news is that you can get your records corrected. Getting your military records corrected has traditionally been a...
How is a court martial different from a civilian trial?
If you are a military servicemember facing a court martial, you might not know what to expect. Not knowing the process in front of you can add considerably to the already stressful situation. Since most people have a basic understanding of criminal proceedings in the...
Can military members be discharged for refusing to take the vaccine?
If there’s anyone who does not know: COVID has been a major news story for almost 2 years now. Beginning in early 2020 in Wuhan. China, the virus quickly spread to the United States and throughout the world. Every country has been in a varying state of panic ever...
What to expect from your Article 32 hearing
An Article 32 hearing is something no servicemember looks forward to. While there are numerous possible outcomes in a situation like this, most of them are not positive. As a starting point when facing an Article 32 hearing, it is important to understand the basics:...
Changes in military sexual assault law: What does this mean for you?
Anyone who has been involved with the military criminal justice system knows that it is complicated. However, although it is complex, it is generally stable, avoiding fast and multiple changes. Recent political moves could have a rarely seen impact on the criminal...
Three types of command directed investigations
Investigations of crimes and other problematic conduct by servicemembers and officers can cause significant anxiety. Most military personnel are not well versed in these procedures. Especially if you are not involved in these procedures regularly or you have never...